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University of Nevada-Las Vegas vs Chamberlain University-Nevada

BSN programs compared — side-by-side on NCLEX pass rates, tuition, admissions, and format.

Updated Reviewed by NurseWay Editorial Team

At a glance

Lower tuition
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
$9,142 vs $20,462
Easier to get into
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
96.3% vs 75% acceptance

Side-by-side details

Best value in each row is highlighted.

University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants.
Chamberlain University-Nevada
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.
Program typeBSNBSN
Formatin personin person
LocationLas Vegas, NVLas Vegas, NV
Length48 months48 months
NCLEX pass rate86.9%
Acceptance rate96.3%BEST75%
Avg accepted GPA
Min GPA
Entrance examHESI
Total tuition$9,142 in / $26,098 outBEST$20,462
In-state tuition$9,142BEST$20,462
Out-of-state tuition$26,098$20,462BEST
Clinical placement
AccreditationCCNESCORECARD_BASELINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, University of Nevada-Las Vegas or Chamberlain University-Nevada?

University of Nevada-Las Vegas is the more affordable option at roughly $9,142, compared to $20,462. Factor in residency status, financial aid, and program length when deciding — total cost matters more than annual tuition.

Are University of Nevada-Las Vegas and Chamberlain University-Nevada the same type of program?

Both are BSN programs, so they award the same credential. Compare them on NCLEX pass rate, tuition, length, and location to find the better fit.

How do I decide between University of Nevada-Las Vegas and Chamberlain University-Nevada?

Start by ruling out programs you can't get into (compare your GPA against each school's admissions stats), then weight what matters most — NCLEX pass rate for quality, total tuition for cost, length for time-to-degree, and format (online, hybrid, in-person) for lifestyle. Use NurseWay's free intake to get a personalized fit score for both.

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